Brit ex-soldier accused of spying for Russia in Ukraine
Ross David Cutmore, a former British soldier, is detained in Ukraine, accused of passing military secrets to the FSB and providing weapons used in assassinations. Read the full details.
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Reeves' chess title questioned as OBR row deepens
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny over her claim to be a former British junior chess champion, as a finance professor disputes the title. The row emerges amid tensions with the OBR over Budget forecasts.
Covid inquiry response costs taxpayer over £100m
Official figures reveal the Government has spent over £100m on legal and staff costs responding to the Covid inquiry. Discover the full breakdown of the escalating public spending.
Pirates storm tanker, kidnap 12 crew off Equatorial Guinea
Armed pirates have seized 12 crew members from a Portuguese LPG carrier in a major maritime security incident. Follow our live coverage for the latest updates.
Putin's cordial reception for Trump envoys signals Ukraine alignment
Body language analysis of Putin's meeting with Trump's representatives suggests a surprising alignment on Ukraine goals. Experts decode the missing 'power play' tactics and what it means for peace talks.
Belgium rejects EU plan to use frozen Russian assets for Ukraine
Belgium rejects the EU's plan to use €194bn in frozen Russian assets as collateral for Ukraine, citing major financial and legal risks. The move stalls a key funding proposal ahead of a crucial summit.
Israel: Gaza 'Findings' Not Hostage Remains
Israel states forensic tests show materials from Gaza are not linked to remaining hostages, posing a new challenge to the fragile US-brokered ceasefire. Read the latest developments.
UK man arrested in Ukraine for alleged Russia spying
Ross David Cutmore, a British national, has been detained in Ukraine accused of passing sensitive military intelligence to Russia's FSB. He faces up to 12 years in prison. Read the full details.
DC Guard Shooting: Suspect 'Forced by Taliban Threats'
Exclusive: Investigators probe whether suspect Rahmanullah Lakanwal was coerced by Taliban threats against his family in Afghanistan before the fatal DC attack. Read the latest.
Bruce Lehrmann loses defamation appeal over rape finding
Bruce Lehrmann's appeal against a defamation ruling has been dismissed. Federal Court judges found he knew Brittany Higgins did not consent, adding to his multi-million-pound legal costs.
Crossbench Condemns Labor's FoI Fee Proposal
Labor's plan to charge for Freedom of Information requests faces fierce backlash from crossbench and opposition senators, who warn it damages democracy. Discover the details.
South Korea imposes martial law, president calls for unity
South Korea has declared martial law following a major security breach. President Yoon Suk Yeol urges national unity. Read the latest on this developing crisis.
Putin-Witkoff Summit Fails to Advance Ukraine Peace Plan
High-stakes Moscow summit yields no breakthrough as Putin projects military strength and rejects revised US-Ukraine proposals. Analysis suggests Russia sees no need to compromise while gaining ground.
White House mocks Sabrina Carpenter over ICE video criticism
The White House has used Sabrina Carpenter's lyrics to hit back after she condemned the use of her song in a pro-deportation video. Read the full story on the escalating clash between pop stars and the Trump administration.
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe: Prisoner 951 Airs Tonight
A powerful new documentary, 'Prisoner 951: The Hostages' Story', airs tonight, detailing Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe's six-year ordeal in Iran. Watch her story of resilience and the fight for freedom. #ITV1
British Politics Stuck in Past, Fearful of Future
Analysis reveals how fear of the future has paralysed British politics, trapping it in outdated debates and preventing progress. Discover the roots of this national stasis.
Victoria Labor backflips on coercive control legislation
The Victorian Labor government, led by Premier Jacinta Allan, has reversed its position on criminalising coercive control. This political shift follows a landmark report and sparks debate on domestic violence policy.
Indonesia to return two convicted Dutch drug traffickers
Indonesia agrees to repatriate two Dutch nationals convicted on drug charges, including a man on death row, following a royal request. Read the full details of the prisoner transfer agreement.
The Enduring Scandal of 'Jobs for the Boys' in UK Politics
An exclusive look at the pervasive 'jobs for the boys' culture in British politics. Why does this patronage system persist, and who really benefits? Discover the hidden networks of power.
Anika Wells defends $45k UN General Assembly visit costs
Australian Aged Care Minister Anika Wells justifies her $45,000 trip to the UN General Assembly, citing vital diplomatic engagement for the nation's interests on the global stage.
FBI Director Patel denies report of jacket tantrum as 'false'
FBI Director Kash Patel vehemently denies a 115-page report's claim he threw a tantrum over a female agent's jacket, calling it a distraction. He cites record arrests and spy captures as proof of the bureau's success under his leadership.
Trump Pauses Green Card, Citizenship for 19 Countries
The Trump administration freezes all immigration applications from 19 nations, expanding travel bans. The move follows a deadly attack on National Guard members. Read the full story.
Judge Blocks Warrantless Immigration Arrests in US Capital
A federal judge has issued an injunction restricting immigration arrests without warrants in Washington D.C., siding with civil liberties groups. Read the full ruling details.
Democrats Face Uphill Battle After Tennessee Defeat
Aftyn Behn's narrow loss in Tennessee's special election highlights the steep climb Democrats face to reclaim the Senate in 2026. Analysis of the key battles ahead.
50,000 Student Visa Appeals Swamp Australian Tribunal
Australia's Administrative Review Tribunal faces a backlog of nearly 50,000 student visa appeals, driven by tougher rules and a focus on permanent residency over study. Read the full analysis.
Australian parents face social media bans for child account sharing
Australian parents risk having their own social media accounts restricted if they let children use them under new age-verification laws, eSafety officials confirm. Discover the implications.
Crown Estate probe into royal rent deals after Andrew scandal
MPs demand answers on royal property leases as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor faces losing £488k compensation. Discover the full list of bombshells from the report.
FBI agents reassigned from China probes to DC patrols
Exclusive: FBI agents investigating Chinese cyber threats were abruptly reassigned to street patrols in Washington DC, raising concerns over Trump's 'slow-rolling' of CCP crackdown. Read the full investigation.
GOP's Narrow Tennessee Win Sparks Midterm Alarm Bells
Republican Matt Van Epps survives a closer-than-expected special election in a deep-red Tennessee district, raising serious questions about the party's voter enthusiasm and 2026 midterm prospects.
Pastor Announces Gender Transition During Sunday Sermon
Reverend Phil Phaneuf, 51, revealed she is transgender to her Methodist church in New York. The United Methodist Church recently removed LGBTQ+ clergy bans. Read the full story.
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